Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay
SCHOLARSHIPS
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay offers high school seniors an opportunity to apply for one of the many general scholarships provided by the organization.
To apply for these scholarships, graduating high school seniors must complete a scholarship application, and an essay. This information is then submitted to the Scholarship Committee for their review and recommendation.
The Rotary Club of Tampa Bay Scholarship
Rotary selects the winner based on their own criteria. There is one grand winner who will receive $1,000 per semester for four years and 2 or 3 one- time winners of $500 each.
Sigma Pi Phi, Gamma Omicron Boule Scholarship
Four winners will be selected by Sigma Pi Phi committee. The winners selected will receive $1,000 per semester for 4 years.
Gary Nix Scholarship
Held at HCC Foundation. BGCTB does not control, students must go through HCC to apply, and of course they must attend HCC.
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Think Big Expect More Scholarship
The Think Big Expect More Scholarship was established to offer financial assistance to a student who plans to further their education post-high school graduation at another educational institution. This includes attending a community college, trade school or university for a certification, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree. We hope to encourage students to think big and expect more by pursuing education and training to meet their career goals and will award this scholarship to a student that demonstrates the core values of integrity, determination and passion. The Think Big Expect More Scholarship opportunity offers students financial support of up to $5,000 to work towards completing their training, certification or degree at a school of their choice.
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To Apply: If you attend school in Hillsborough County, please apply through the Hillsborough Education Foundation portal using this link. If you attend school in Pinellas County, please apply through the Pinellas Education Foundation portal using this link. The deadline for applications is January 15th.
The SME Technical Trades Scholarship
The SME Technical Trades Scholarship was established to provide students interested in technical trades a full scholarship to receive the education and training needed to start a career in technical trade roles, such as electrical, masonry, carpentry, power plant services and many more industry trades. The scholarship will award up to $5,000 for technical training through Hillsborough Community College, St. Pete College or Erwin Technical College.
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To Apply: If you attend school in Hillsborough County, please apply through the Hillsborough Education Foundation portal using this link. If you attend school in Pinellas County, please apply through the Pinellas Education Foundation portal using this link. The deadline for applications is January 15th.
Think Big Perseverance Scholarship
The Think Big Perseverance Scholarship was established to offer financial assistance to students who plan to attend a two-year community college program and then transfer to complete their bachelor’s degree at a Florida university. The Think Big Perseverance Scholarship will be awarded to a student who demonstrates their character through determination, persistence, and passion. This scholarship will provide support for students who have been accepted into a two-year community college program and intend to transfer to a university to complete a bachelor’s degree after their two years are complete. Upon completion of the two-year community college program, the Think Big Perseverance Scholarship will cover the cost of tuition (up to $15,000) for the remaining two years, equivalent to full-time student credit hours, at an in-state Florida university. This scholarship opportunity offers students the chance to complete their degree at a Florida university with no additional student tuition debt.
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To Apply: If you attend school in Hillsborough County, please apply through the Hillsborough Education Foundation portal using this link. If you attend school in Pinellas County, please apply using this link. The deadline for applications is January 31st.